Big Apple Greeter, New York City

Big Apple Greeter is a non-profit organization that matches visitors with friendly and enthusiastic New Yorkers who are happy to share the city they love with families, friends, and individuals traveling solo. A visit with a Greeter leaves a lasting impression of the city, the warmth of its people, and the energy and diversity of its neighborhoods, which each visitor carries forever and communicates to others.

Big Apple Greeter is just one of the many highlights you can arrange to see using our world travel planner, New York City Edition.Source

Frank was our greeter and spent several hours taking us from our hotel in Manhattan to Brooklyn Heights. He introduced us to the subway, took us from a quaint Jewish quarter in Williamsburg through to...
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By Lizzie B

A really great introduction to New York with an interesting and knowledgeable guide Really worth the early start on my first day in the Big Apple even though I was suffering from jet lag !
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A must! But be prepared. Book in advance!!! The 2hrs went so quickly. The apple greeter knew so much about NYC. They dont allow tipping. But some home treats as a thank you was much appreciated. Our guy Lee Simonson was such a fab tour guide!!! Thank you for an incredible service

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By peter zweogl

I am quite disappointed. I applied for a greeter four weeks in advance, but they did not find anyone although it was winter times when it is not so busy. They only let me know when I arrived which is so disappointing.